Shopping Lists
Generate organized shopping lists from your meal plan to streamline grocery shopping.
Creating a Shopping List
Section titled “Creating a Shopping List”From Your Meal Planner
Section titled “From Your Meal Planner”- Open Meal Planner
- Select date range:
- Choose which days to include (e.g., Mon-Fri, full week)
- Only meals with “active” status are included
- Tap “Generate Shopping List”
- Review the list:
- Ingredients grouped by category
- Quantities combined automatically (e.g., 3 separate recipes needing onions → “3 onions”)
Automatic Grouping
Section titled “Automatic Grouping”Ingredients are organized by category for easier shopping:
- Produce: Fruits and vegetables
- Proteins: Meat, poultry, seafood, eggs
- Dairy: Milk, cheese, yogurt
- Pantry: Oils, spices, canned goods, grains
- Frozen: Frozen vegetables, fruits, proteins
- Bakery: Bread, tortillas, baked goods
Customizing Your List
Section titled “Customizing Your List”Add Items
Section titled “Add Items”- Include non-recipe items (snacks, beverages, household goods)
- Tap ”+ Add Item” and select category
Remove Items
Section titled “Remove Items”- Check off items you already have at home
- Remove ingredients you’re substituting
Edit Quantities
Section titled “Edit Quantities”- Adjust amounts based on package sizes
- Round up to avoid multiple trips
Rearrange Categories
Section titled “Rearrange Categories”- Reorder categories to match your store’s layout
- Speeds up shopping by following your usual route
Smart Features
Section titled “Smart Features”Quantity Consolidation
Section titled “Quantity Consolidation”If multiple recipes use the same ingredient:
- Platebreaker adds the amounts automatically
- Example: Recipe 1 needs 200g chicken + Recipe 2 needs 300g chicken = “500g chicken breast” on your list
Unit Conversion
Section titled “Unit Conversion”- Ingredients displayed in practical units (e.g., “2 onions” instead of “240g onions”)
- Option to toggle between volume and weight
- Matches common grocery store packaging
Substitution Suggestions
Section titled “Substitution Suggestions”(Coming soon)
- Alternative ingredients if your preferred item isn’t available
- Nutritionally similar swaps
Sharing & Export
Section titled “Sharing & Export”Share with Family
Section titled “Share with Family”- Send shopping list via text, email, or messaging apps
- Collaborate on shopping with household members
- Clean, printer-friendly format
- Check off items as you shop
Save for Later
Section titled “Save for Later”- Keep a copy of your shopping list
- Reuse common lists (e.g., “Weekly Staples”)
Tips for Efficient Shopping
Section titled “Tips for Efficient Shopping”Meal Prep Day
Section titled “Meal Prep Day”- Sunday: Plan meals for Mon-Fri
- Monday morning: Generate shopping list
- Monday afternoon/evening: Shop for the week
- Tuesday-Saturday: Cook from your plan
Check Your Pantry First
Section titled “Check Your Pantry First”Before generating your list:
- Review what you already have
- Check expiration dates on perishables
- Remove duplicate items from the list
Build a Staples List
Section titled “Build a Staples List”Keep a separate list of recurring items:
- Coffee, tea
- Milk, eggs
- Bread
- Cooking oils
- Spices you frequently use
Add these manually to each week’s generated list.